Patrick Dechello, LCSW, CT | Psychotherapist

About Patrick Dechello

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Anxiety

Codependency

Adoption Counseling

Behavioral Problems

Work-Related Counseling

Alcoholism

Bipolar Disorder

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Adlerian

Family Systems

Christian Counseling

Forensic Psychology

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Patrick Dechello

Hi there, I'm Patrick! I am licensed in Connecticut with 41 years of professional work experience. I have experience helping clients of all ages with marital and divorce issues, stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, and coping with grief and loss. I have authored over 35 books and have an international reputation for being on the cutting edge of therapeutic interventions. I?ve been on the faculty of many major universities, including Yale University, University of Connecticut, Springfield College, Fordham, and others. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the challenges you face. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, and I am proud of you for getting started! I am currently operating as an LCSW and am licensed in the state of Connecticut (License number 001143). I hold a PhD in Clinical Psychology from California Coast University, a Master?s in Clinical Social Work, and a Doctor of Divinity. I am currently semi-retired and reside in Florida, though I maintain a residence in Connecticut. My approach Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Clinical Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems. My focus Additional areas of focus: LGBT, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, self-esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, ADHD, abandonment, adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, attachment issues, BDSM, kink, alternative sex culture, blended family issues, body image, cancer, chronic pain, illness and disability, co-morbidity, and codependency.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gambling Addiction

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Connecticut

Education and training

California Coast University, PhD in Clinical Psychology

NPI number

1659444313

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What practice does Patrick Dechello work with?

Patrick Dechello works with Rula Health - Connecticut.

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